Katalog
| Emitent | Phanagoreia |
|---|---|
| Rok | 90 BC - 79 BC |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nominał | Didrachm (2) |
| Waluta | Drachm |
| Skład | Silver |
| Waga | 8.73 g |
| Średnica | 20 mm |
| Grubość | |
| Kształt | Round (irregular) |
| Technika | Hammered |
| Orientacja | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Rytownik(zy) | |
| W obiegu do | |
| Źródło(a) | GCV#3612, SNG BM Black Sea#997, MacDonald#172 |
| Opis awersu | Wreathed head of Dionysos right. |
|---|---|
| Pismo awersu | |
| Legenda awersu | |
| Opis rewersu | Grape bunch and ethnic within ivy wreath; monogram above. |
| Pismo rewersu | Greek |
| Legenda rewersu |
ФАNA ΓOPI TΩN (Translation: Phanagoreia) |
| Krawędź | |
| Mennica | |
| Nakład |
ND (90 BC - 79 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 9663408310 |
| Dodatkowe informacje |
Historical Context: This silver didrachm, issued by Phanagoreia between 90 BC and 79 BC, marks a critical period for the Bosporan Kingdom. A prominent Greek city on the Taman Peninsula, Phanagoreia was deeply involved in late Hellenistic geopolitical struggles. This timeframe coincides with the Third Mithridatic War, where Mithridates VI Eupator of Pontus challenged Roman dominance. As a key ally within Mithridates’ sphere, Phanagoreia’s coinage reflects its economic vitality and strategic importance, funding trade and military during a tumultuous era.
Artistry: The didrachm’s artistry exemplifies the Late Hellenistic style prevalent in the Black Sea region. The